Yesterday's game was the 20-year-old's ninth cap for Scotland, and him being entrusted with the captaincy serves as a reward for his quite sensational rise within the game over this past 18 months or so.

Tierney was part of Celtic's incredible unbeaten domestic campaign last season, and continues to be a key contributing factor behind his team's dominance in Scotland.

Brendan Rodgers' side have strung together 63 games unbeaten domestically now, and they currently sit comfortably at the top of the Scottish Premiership table, with a three point advantage over second placed Aberdeen.

“It was an incredible feeling when the gaffer told me he was going to make me captain. I was surprised, I am so young, but it’s great faith he showed in me and I really appreciate that. It’s a massive honour. That’s me captained club and country and it doesn’t get much bigger than that. I’m really grateful for the chances I have been given. It’s crazy. I just try to work hard every single day, keep level-headed. That’s all I can do, and where it takes me, it takes me.”

Antony Martin

A passionate football writer with an obsession for the beautiful game. Still has not seen either his club or country win a trophy during his time on earth. Aside from football, he is also a keen follower of golf, tennis and darts.